Michelle Leanne Burnette, 48, died suddenly on Sunday, April 28, 2013 with her family by her side in Dalton, Georgia. She was born November 3, 1964 in Santa Ana, California the daughter of Alvin John and Ada Ann Martin. Ms. Burnette is survived by her four children, Kimberly (Michael) Conner, Johnathan Wheeler, Michael Thomason, Amilea Castillo and grandson, Emory Nicholas. She is also survived by her father Alvin John Martin, Jr. and Stepmother Elizabeth Winter as well as four siblings and seven nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her Mother, Ada Ann Martin. Michelle never met a stranger. She loved to cook for family and friends. She was witty, charming and had a dazzling smile. She will be missed greatly by her family and everyone who knew her! Davis-Struempf Funeral Home & Crematory, Austell in charge of arrangements.

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